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Old Jul 4, 2024 | 04:36 PM
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Can you reuse N14 cam cap bolts?

I am rebuilding my N14 and was wondering if i can reuse the cam cap bolts or do i need to replace them?
 
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Old Jul 5, 2024 | 08:07 AM
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The caps that bolt the cam down correct? I reused mine when I had my head ported. The bolts holding the sprockets at the end of the cams are supposed to be changed every time though.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 10:00 AM
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Yes, you can reuse them; just make sure you have a torque wrench when you reinstall them. Spec is 89 in lbs.
 
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